1999 BMW 730 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
